Wine drinkers, unite! The North Market Wine Festival is at North Market Bridge Park on September 19-20, 2025. This two day event will bring in distributors and wineries from all over the world right to Bridge Park! While this is more of a splurge event, it's worth it for a special … [Read more...] about North Market Wine Fest at Bridge Park – Sept 19-20
Festivals
Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton – Sept 20-21
Scrawl returns to the renewed arts neighborhood of Franklinton on September 20-21, 2025 at 400 Square, next to 400 West Rich St. The free 2 day festival will feature local artists painting murals as you watch, local music, dance and performing arts, crafts, food vendors, beer, and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton – Sept 20-21
Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Take a hay ride and pick and decorate a pumpkin, then allow the kids to bounce, slide, and all the fall fun and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Columbus Serbian Festival showcase Serbian food and culture
Eat, Drink, Sing, Dance at the annual Serbian Festival at St. Stevan of Dechani! You won’t need a passport to travel to Serbia! The church’s grounds are transformed into a Serbian village with homemade Serbian dishes and pastries, full bar with Serbian beer, Slivovica, and wines. Tasty … [Read more...] about Columbus Serbian Festival showcase Serbian food and culture
National Night Out events around Columbus
National Night Out serves to promote safer communities by bringing together neighbors, police, and firefighters, and is celebrated the first Tuesday of August. Many of the events feature free food, live music, and other fun features. Kids will get to interact with, and watch demonstrations by … [Read more...] about National Night Out events around Columbus
Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival
If you love bourbon and other distilled beverages, and want to try some without spending a lot of money, don't miss the Annual Heart of Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival, formerly the Bourbon Tasting. On Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., sample liquors from awesome … [Read more...] about Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival
Dog-Friendly and Full of Fun: BrewDog DogTap Columbus is the Ultimate Hangout Spot
Brewdog DogTap Columbus is a must-visit brewery in Central Ohio! It's a destination in itself! Guests enjoy a fantastic menu of food and beer, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a park-like setting, dog park, beer museum, games, fire pits special events and more. You can even stay at the … [Read more...] about Dog-Friendly and Full of Fun: BrewDog DogTap Columbus is the Ultimate Hangout Spot
Pickle Fest, Farm market and upcoming U-pick at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Branstool Orchards is one of our favorite u-pick orchards to visit in Central Ohio. We always pick peaches and apples (sometimes twice) each year, and they have so many offerings from Summer through Fall. Located in Utica, Branstool Orchards is about 40 minutes from Columbus, and it's … [Read more...] about Pickle Fest, Farm market and upcoming U-pick at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
The Central Ohio Home & Design Show
The Central Ohio Home & Design Show will take over the Bricker Building at the Ohio Expo Center from September 5-7, 2025. Formerly the Fall Home Show, this new concept will feature more than 150 local exhibitors in home, design, and lifestyle, plus engaging presentations and hands-on … [Read more...] about The Central Ohio Home & Design Show
Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Oktoberfest is always a fall favorite for those who love German food and beer. The Brewery District is home to the oldest and original Germania Oktoberfest at Germania Singing and Sports Club Society in Columbus. While Germania is a membership club, the 67th annual Germania Oktoberfest is … [Read more...] about Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from August 30 - September 1, 2025 Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos and … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Obetz ZucchiniFest and free concerts and more!
The Obetz ZucchiniFest returns to Fortress Obetz, the former Columbus Motor Speedway in Obetz on August 29 - September 1, 2025. The festival will include entertainment, FREE concerts, food, beer garden, a cruise-in and motorcycle show, and a fantastic parade. Admission is free, which … [Read more...] about Obetz ZucchiniFest and free concerts and more!
Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park with headliner Detroit Diamond
Annually, Columbus Women & Girls’ Fest celebrates and promotes women and girl-identified leaders in arts and culture. The WGFest is free and open to the public, hosted By Education Foundation for Freedom. The Columbus WGFest is on August 23, 2025 from 12 pm - 6 pm at Maroon Arts … [Read more...] about Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park with headliner Detroit Diamond
Old Worthington Market Day – Sept 20
Worthington's largest festival, Old Worthington Market Day is Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Old Worthington Market Day The streets of Downtown Worthington will feature over 200 artisans selling goods from jewelry, pottery and ceramics to beautiful paintings, decorative … [Read more...] about Old Worthington Market Day – Sept 20
Don’t miss the Taste of 2025 Powell Tour
A Taste of Powell is a tasty tour of local Powell-area restaurants on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 10 am - 7 pm. You'll enjoy samples of unique dishes at over 20 Powell-area restaurants including The Daily Growler, Liberty Tavern, Local Roots, on your self-guided tour around Powell and … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Taste of 2025 Powell Tour
